About the Author
Dr. Little is Regents Professor and the Krull-Ewing Professor in Veterinary Parasitology at the Oklahoma State University (OSU) College of Veterinary Medicine. She is past-president of the American Association of Veterinary Parasitologists (AAVP) and the Companion Animal Parasite Council and serves as co-Director of the National Center for Veterinary Parasitology. In 2017 Dr. Little received the Distinguished Veterinary Parasitologist Award from the AAVP.
Written By This Author
Parasitology
Ear Mites: Uncovering, Treating, and Preventing Infestations
Careful diagnostic evaluation and routine use of acaricides help mitigate infestation with this common parasite.
Parasitology
Parasitology Expertise From the NCVP: American Association of Veterinary Parasitologists, Highlights from the 60th Annual Meeting
Learn about some novel parasites, ever-expanding geographic distributions, and new diagnostic techniques, as well as evidence-based recommendations that veterinarians can put into practice.Parasitology
Parasitology Expertise from the NCVP: Canine Tick-Borne Diseases
A brief review of diagnosis and treatment of the more common tick-borne infections in dogs; plus, some newly recognized infections.Parasitology
Tick Prevalence in Dogs and Cats
Dogs and cats presenting with a serious, potentially fatal tick-borne disease often do not have a tick attached at examination.Parasitology
Defeating Ticks: Practical Tips for Preventing Tick-Borne Disease in Pets
Veterinary practices nationwide have seen an increase in tick infestations in recent years.